Cutaway Bus August 2004

Driver’s seat shall be an adjustable pedestal type or the platform type giving approximately four inches (4") “Fore and Aft”. Seat shall be provided with an armrest and shall recline. A three (3) point safety belt with an emergency locking retractor shall include a flow-through style tongue for comfort. The lap portion shall be mounted to the seat frame.

41.1 First Aid Kit

The first aid kit shall be a OSHA 50 First Aid Kit and a one way airway apparatus. The kit shall be securely mounted near the driver's seat.

41.2 Fire Extinguisher

A ten (10) pound rechargeable, type 210 ABC extinguisher with metal head, shall be bracket mounted and easily accessible near the driver's seat.

41.3 Web Cutters

To be provided for each vehicle and stored in the driver's compartment described in 41.9.

41.4 Reflectors

Three (3) triangle reflectors with storage container shall be securely mounted near the driver seat.

41.5 Back Up Alarm

Back-up alarm that is electrically operated and produces an intermittent sound when the vehicle is shifted into reverse shall be furnished to warn others during vehicle movement. Alarm shall be in compliance with SAE J994B with respect to acoustical performance for Type B device (IE107db) (A) and plus or minus 4db with a supply voltage of fourteen (14) volts.

41.6 Fresnel Lens

Fresnel lenses shall be provided on the rear window of the vehicle.

41.7 Storage Compartment

A driver’s storage compartment shall be located above the driver’s seat above the driver’s door. The compartment shall be at least twelve inches (12") wide, twelve inches (12") tall and eight inches (8") deep.

42.0 EMERGENCY EXITS

42.1 A heavy duty emergency door shall be provided at the rear of the vehicle. The door frame structure shall consist of minimum eleven (11) gauge steel, cleaned and powder coated to match vehicle exterior base color. A water deflector shall be integrated into door frame structure at the top. Door panels shall be made of non-corrosive material. Foam core doors with wood frame supports are not acceptable. Door panel hinges shall be piano type with a minimum three sixteenth (3/16") inch diameter pivot pin. Hinges and hinge fasteners shall be stainless steel to resist rust and corrosion. Door latch shall be vertical, rotating, two-point type with latch rod at top and bottom. The door panel shall have a key lockable latch assembly consisting of a pistol grip twist handle located at the inside center of the door panel. Door latch shall compress perimeter door seal to prevent leaks. Latch adjustment plates shall be located at the top and bottom of the door frame structure. Door panel holder shall be a gas shock type mounted at the top allowing door panels to open a minimum of one hundred degrees (100º) from the closed position. Door windows shall be installed with two (2) piece black ozone treated extruded rubber, lock and key of one (1) piece fixed design. Two windows shall be installed on the back of the vehicle, one on each side of the emergency door. The windows shall be glazed with three sixteenth (3/16") inch thick, thirty-one percent (31%) gray density, tempered safety glass. Door window height shall match the top of the rear windows on each side of the emergency door.

42.2 A combination roof ventilator and emergency escape hatch shall be provided towards the rear of the vehicle. (Trans-Spec Ventilator Hatch, Specialty Manufacturing Co. (or approved equal)).

43.0 PAINTING

The vehicle body shall be white with one eight inch (8") painted stripe (vinyl tape is not acceptable) located nine inches (9") below the windows. Color of stripe to be determined by agency at time of purchase order to vendor.

Decals shall be furnished as follows:

44.1 "NO FOOD, DRINK, OR TOBACCO USE ALLOWED" at the centerline or right of center on the front header.

44.2 "WATCH YOUR STEP" to be mounted on the front top riser step.

44.3 "WELCOME ABOARD" to be mounted on the front lower riser step.

44.4 Safety decal(s) shall be furnished and shall be affixed at any applicable area; emergency exit, steps, wheelchair lift, etc. The vehicle shall be equipped with a sign or decal on the rear of the vehicle station “Caution - Children may be exiting”. The decals shall include necessary warnings and precautions. Permanent decals are required.

44.5 The vehicle shall display the international symbol of accessibility on the rear, left side, and on the right side of the vehicle on the lift door.

44.6 The maximum capacity in pounds shall be posted on the wheelchair lift within easy view of operator and wheelchair passenger.

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   Plaque or decal indicating vehicle height to be posted within easy view of the driver.
   

All vehicles must be serviced prior to delivery in accordance with the manufacturer's "New Vehicle Pre-delivery Service" requirements and with Part II, Paragraphs 3.3 and 3.4 of this specification.

Successful bidder shall provide necessary documents to enable the purchaser to register the vehicle in the State of Texas. Necessary fees and state taxes will be paid by the purchaser; do not include such fees and taxes in bid price.

A line setting sheet and manual(s) containing operating and servicing instructions for the vehicle and lift shall be provided with each vehicle. The manual(s) shall be as detailed as possible outlining all necessary operating and servicing instructions for each vehicle and lift including the vehicle's driveline components. Necessary warnings and safety precautions shall be included. In addition, manual(s) containing illustrated parts lists, operating and servicing instructions for related and special equipment supplied with the vehicle and lift shall be provided with the vehicle.

The vehicle shall be warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of not less than twelve (12) months or twelve thousand (12,000) miles, whichever occurs first and shall cover one hundred percent (100%) parts and labor for the vehicle. If the manufacturer's standard warranty exceeds twelve (12) months then the standard warranty period shall be in effect. Bidder shall furnish manufacturer's warranty to the purchaser at time of delivery.

The bidder providing the vehicle shall be an authorized dealer for the vehicle manufacturer and hold the required current license(s) with the Texas Motor Vehicle Commission. The dealer shall have factory-trained personnel available for warranty repairs and the performance of service. The dealer shall also maintain an inventory of high-usage parts and a quick source for low-usage parts. The using purchaser will assume the expense for replacement filters, fuel, cleaning, painting and other minor items normally consumed in day to day operations. The purchaser will assume responsibility for cost of repairs resulting from collision, theft, vandalism, operator negligence and/or acts of God.

The bidder­ shall provide the purchaser sufficient instruction on safety, operation and preventive maintenance of the vehicle after it has been delivered and is ready for operation. If the vehicle is furnished with either conversion option for liquid petroleum gas (LPG), The following addi­tional training is required: Instruction on any changes to the infor­mation provided in the owner's manual as a result of the conversion, instruction on the care and maintenance of the conversion components. Alternative fuel instruction should be approximately two hours of fueling and vehicle operation training and four hours of diagnostic and maintenance training.

This option should be selected if the vehicle will be operated in an area of air quality non-attainment.. (Note: EPA list is provided as a reference for particulate traps only.) The requirements of section 6.1 & 6.2 are waived with the selection of this option. The vehicle shall be equipped with a 55 gallon tank if this option is selected.

All vehicles shall be keyed alike, with the same key operating the driver's door and ignition switch on all vehicles. One key shall operate all remaining locks on all vehicles, (excluding fare box keys). There shall be a maximum of two (2) keys to gain access and operate the vehicle. Bidder will supply two (2) complete sets of keys for each vehicle ordered

For agencies that do not want the standard cruise control due to safety concerns, this feature shall not be installed on the vehicle.

Four (4) stainless steel, bolt-on wheel inserts shall be provided. The set shall be installed on the front wheels and rear dual wheels and be complete with all lug nut covers and centerpieces. Clip-type securement of wheel inserts are not acceptable.

Rear bumper shall be black "Help" energy absorbent bumper as produced by Romeo Rim, Inc. (or approved Equal) and shall be equipped with an anti-ride feature. Bumpers shall be securely fastened to the chassis frame to adequately absorb shock from impact. In no case are the bumpers to be fastened directly to the body and allow shock from impact to be transmitted to the body of the vehicle.

Interior reading lighting shall be provided in the passenger area mounted in the overhead luggage bins. Lighting intensity for each seat shall have a minimum average of fifteen (15) foot candles at the seated passenger reading plane. The lighting components shall be located and constructed so as to prevent the entrance of water, contaminants and insects. Lighting fixtures shall be operated by an on/off switch at each fixture as well as an override in the master control panel near the driver for override operation by the driver.

Mirrors shall be remote controlled. The mirror glass shall be nine and three-quarters inch (9-3/4") in height by eight and five-eighths inch (8-5/8") in width. All parts including the mirror glass shall be replaceable. A remote control switch shall be provided and located in the operator's compartment; switch must be capable of controlling both right and left mirrors. Example: Ramco Mirrors Model #5500 w/o defrost feature.

In lieu of the mid back seats with ABS seat backs and padded grab handles specified in paragraph 23.0, High back reclining passenger seats with an armrest on each seat shall be furnished for each of the seated passengers. All of the other requirements specified in paragraph 23.0 shall be provided.

The seating arrangements and configuration will be as per the attached floor plan. All seats shall be recessed track mounted with stainless steel inverted T-type pedestal support legs and hardware. The seats shall be high back reclining with footrest and adjustable fold down armrest on each seat. The armrest, recliner mechanism and setback cushion shall bolt directly to the seat frame. The front seat cushions shall have foam padding and be individually wedged to each passenger for occupant's comfort and retention. Example: Freedman Coach Seat (OR APPROVED EQUAL).

A Magnum 200 (or approved equal) driver’s seat provided by Freedman seating, or other supplier. A three (3) point safety belt shall be mounted to the seat frame and shall be equipped with an emergency locking retractor that has a feature that prevents it from progressively tightening the belt around the driver. Seat material shall be the same as the passenger seats.

In lieu of the manual door in paragraph 29.5, the passenger entry door panels shall be actuated together by a single electric powered overhead actuator. Actuator shall be equipped with an emergency manual release lever to allow manual opening in case of an emergency.

Removable vinyl cover shall be provided for lift platform when in stored position.

Changeable Destination twelve (12) volt motor driven movable mechanism signs shall be furnished on the curb side above the passenger window and at the front of the vehicle above the windshield. Front sign curtain to be approximately 36 inches wide. Sign curtains to be illuminated. Front bulkhead or sign box shall have door to open for viewing sign curtain position. Door shall be positioned for ease of driver operation. Sign shall comply with ADA requirements. Example: Trans Sign, Model D-3110, or approved equal.

Driver activated PIS to announce stops and other passenger information. The system shall include four (4) speakers spaced throughout the vehicle above the passenger seating area enabling sound to reach each passenger. The system shall be integrated with AM/FM radio system so that the PIS will override the radio when activated.

A chime shall be provided that is activated by a pull cord. The pull cord shall be above the passenger windows within reach of each passenger.

Radio shall be a standard brand AM/FM transistor radio with cassette player. Antenna shall be furnished & mounted.

Fare box shall be mounted with trip handle toward driver. It shall be mounted on a stanchion, adequately braced, located near the driver and easily accessible to passengers entering bus. An amber or indirect fare box light shall be connected to the dash instrument lights. Two interchangeable, lockable fare box vaults and fare box, keyed alike, with a double set of keys for each lock shall be supplied. Vault and fare box exteriors shall be marked with key reference. Vehicle shall be provided with wiring and structural support to install the fare box. Wiring for fare box circuit shall be two (2) No. 14 insulated wires in vinyl tubing, one energized directly from a battery positive feed protective circuit breaker and the other to ground.

A smoked Plexiglas 3/8 inch thick panel behind driver from top of driver's seat to within 6 inches of ceiling to be provided. Stanchion and panel shall not impair driver's seat adjustment.

A ground plane shall be installed during construction of the vehicle in anticipation of installation of a two-way radio. Coaxial leads shall be furnished. For additional information, contact the ordering agency.

All safety and passenger assistance signs and decals shall also be provided in Spanish.

Standard anodized aluminum ad racks measuring thirty inches (30") by ninety-six inches (96") shall be mounted on the left side of each vehicle.

Interior Ad Racks will be provided on each side of the vehicle interior. Racks will allow for slide-in placement of advertising copy and accommodate a minimum of nine (9), 11" x 14" plastic placards with advertising messages on EACH SIDE. Racks are not required to be back-lit but will be adequately illuminated for visibility of messages to passengers at all times.

OPTION 29, INTERLOCK MONITOR

In addition to the required interlock system, vehicle shall be equipped with a dash-mounted display panel provided by Intermotive Products which assists the operator in diagnosing interlock problems. This will require the use of the Intermotive Products interlock system.

OPTION 30, MorRyde Suspension

An enhanced rear suspension, (MorRyde or approved equal) will be provided.

OPTION 31, QRT Deluxe Wheel Chair Securement

In lieu of the specified securement system, the QRT deluxe model (8100 series) (or approved equal) will be provided..

OPTION 32, Sure Lok RTT System

In lieu of the specified securement system, the Sure-Lok Rapid Transit Tie-Down (RTT) system (or approved equal) will be provided.

OPTION 33, Child Safety Restraint Systems

This option should be selected by any agency providing Head Start transportation services in accordance with 45 CFR1310.2. The vehicle shall be equipped for the use of height- and weight –appropriate child safety restraint systems.